Category Archives: Bible comments

Photo Companion to the Bible – Revelation now available

Posted on December 1, 2022 by LukeChandler

BiblePlaces’ Photo Companion to the Bible has just released the book of Revelation at a promotional price. This volume completes the New Testament series. All 27 books from Matthew to Revelation are now included in the Photo Companion set. Revelation, … Continue reading →

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Does it snow in Israel? As sure as snowflakes, it does.

Posted on December 27, 2019 by LukeChandler

Israel has recently experienced storms across the country, including one in the north that dropped nearly 14 inches (35 cm) of snow on Mt. Hermon. Canaan is not blessed with consistent winter snow but Mt. Hermon normally receives it every … Continue reading →

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Who Was Flavius Josephus? (Video)

Posted on November 7, 2019 by LukeChandler

Dr. David McClister explains “Who Was Flavius Josephus?” in this 10-minute video. For one, Josephus shows how the Jews read the Bible in biblical times – but there’s more, and it’s relevant for modern Bible students and believers. David is … Continue reading →

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See Sennacherib’s biblical invasion of Judah in the British Museum

Posted on January 29, 2019 by LukeChandler

The Bible describes Sennacherib’s invasion of Hezekiah’s Judah in three different books. Sennacherib dedicated a central room in his palace to this same event. Clearly, it made an impression all around. All three biblical accounts describe Sennacherib’s army coming to Jerusalem … Continue reading →

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New BiblePlaces photo collection of Persia

Posted on December 3, 2018 by LukeChandler

The fabulous BiblePlaces photo collection has a new addition most of us would not have expected to see. A 1,600 high-res photo volume on Persia is now available for purchase at the introductory price of just $25. Ancient Persia is … Continue reading →

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Now Available: “The Book of Ruth” Photo Companion from BiblePlaces

Posted on April 17, 2018 by LukeChandler

Last year, BiblePlaces released the Photo Companion to the Gospels, a wonderful and unique tool for Bible teachers and students. Bible Places now offers the next addition to the series, The Book of Ruth. It’s discounted at nearly half-price until April 21st, … Continue reading →

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The New “Photo Companion to the Bible” – It’s Much More Than Pictures

Posted on August 18, 2017 by LukeChandler

A new resource has just become available and is a “must have” for any Bible teacher. The Gospels: Photo Companion to the Bible has thousands of images that illustrate and illuminate nearly every verse in Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. The … Continue reading →

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Archaeology Updates from ASOR

Posted on November 21, 2016 by LukeChandler

My wife and I are back with our kids after hearing some great things at the ASOR annual meeting in San Antonio. Here are some highlights from our experience. Jerusalem’s Gihon Spring: The massive 18th century BC tower over the Gihon Spring … Continue reading →

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How did bells on the High Priest’s garment sound?

Posted on November 4, 2016 by LukeChandler

In 2011, archaeologists Eli Shukron and Ronny Reich uncovered a golden bell in Jerusalem that may have belonged to a 1st century High Priest. Small golden bells were part of the High Priest’s official attire when ministering in the Holy … Continue reading →

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Temple from Hezekiah’s Time Found at Lachish (Photos and Video)

Posted on September 28, 2016 by LukeChandler

Archaeologists announced the discovery at Tel Lachish of an ancient Judahite shrine dating to around the time of King Hezekiah. The shrine had been desecrated, which may relate to biblical accounts of Hezekiah’s religious purge against idols and “high places.” These … Continue reading →

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